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HOUSE REWIRING

Whole-House Rewiring Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost of a whole-house rewiring by area, age and outlets.

JOB INPUTS

Enter your numbers

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Living area in sq ft

sq ft
Living area in sq ft

Age of the existing wiring

Age of the existing wiring

Number of outlets and switches

Number of outlets and switches

Electrician hours

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Electrician hours

Replace the electrical panel

Replace the electrical panel

Include permits

Include permits
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CALCULATED RESULTUSD
Estimated total cost$8,290.00
Wiring materials$3,465.00
Labor$1,800.00
Outlets and switches$525.00
Electrical panel$2,000.00
Permits$500.00
FORMULA USED1800 sq ft × $1.75 × age + devices + labor + panel + permits = $8,290.00

HOW TO USE IT

How to use the Whole-House Rewiring Cost Calculator

  1. 1

    Enter the living area in sq ft.

  2. 2

    Choose the age of the existing wiring.

  3. 3

    Set the outlet count, electrician hours and panel.

  4. 4

    Review the total cost and line-item breakdown.

THE MATH

Whole-house rewiring cost formula

Total = area × rate × age + labor + outlets + panel + permits

Cable and rough-in materials run ~$1.75/sq ft; pre-1970 installs add 30%. Each outlet or device adds ~$35 in materials. Panel and labor are priced separately to avoid double counting.

PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

1,800 sq ft, 1970-2000 wiring, 15 outlets, 30 hrs, new panel

Materials = 1,800 × $1.75 × 1.1 = $3,465. Labor = $1,800. Devices = $525. Panel = $2,000. Permits = $500. Total ≈ $8,290.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does a whole-house rewiring cost in 2026?

Nationally, $3-$10/sq ft; a 1,800 sq ft home runs $8,000-$18,000.

Do I need a new panel?

Often yes on a rewiring; the panel adds $1,500-$2,500.

Which code applies?

The work must meet the NEC; use a licensed electrician.